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Q: I have been on a good amount of medication for high blood pressure. If my BP is still consistently over 135/85, is my chance for complications still a threat?
A: The current feeling in medicine is that it is better to have blood pressure below...
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Q: If you have had heart attacks in the family what is the dose of aspirin you should take? Also, if I were to take vitamins what would be the best to help with the heart, blood pressure, and cholesterol?
A: The risk of taking aspirin...
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Q: I saw my eye doctor and he took a picture of the back of my eyes and they both showed that two of my blood vessels are crossed and one is flat. He said it was caused by my blood pressure and my weight....
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Q: As one ages, I believe the arteries also age. As such, the norm of 120/80 may not be applicable to those in the 60-80 year range, otherwise these groups may be over-treated. Is there a table showing safe BP ranges for patients in the...
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Q: After using Resperate for two months, I find that my systolic BP falls below 120. Diastolic and pulse remain in normal ranges. Is it possible that two 15 minute sessions is too much and can have an adverse affect? I am 80 years old...
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Q: I have high isolated systolic BP and my diastolic is normal. Why is systolic BP more important? Would using RESPeRATE be harmful for this condition? What’s a good way to get your systolic number lower?
A: Both systolic and diastolic high blood pressure readings are...
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Q: I have Isolated Systolic Hypertension (in the mid 130’s) and the Dr is concerned that lowering it will lower the Diastolic reading (now in the upper 60’s) to unsafe levels. Can RESPeRATE be used to keep things in balance?
A: Yes, clinical studies have shown...
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Q: Is 120 over 80 a realistic BP number for seniors over 65? All of my friends have readings above that.
A: Blood pressure changes with aging and illness. Less than 120/80 should be viewed as a goal pressure with an acceptable range being less than...
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Q: What causes isolated systolic (top number) hypertension?
A: The cause of most hypertension is not known. When a cause is identifiable, it is known as secondary hypertension. Isolated systolic hypertension is the most common type of hypertension in older people. Genetics, life style, and just...
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Q: Can a blood pressure reading of 160/80 be high enough to cause a stroke or heart problem in a woman of 82?
A: It has been shown that treating isolated systolic hypertension in the elderly lowers the incidence of heart disease and stroke. When to...
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